1972 Ford Capri vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
